Halpern: Internet of Things devices such as security systems, if disabled, could lead to physical safety threats. The FBI recommends that consumers and businesses take safety precautions when using these devices.

McKeown: I always like to say, “Don’t just set it and forget it.” Meaning, you took your Internet of Things device and put it in place and then you forgot about it—you didn’t put security updates on it. You want to decide, after awhile, does it even need to be on my business or home network? If not, take it off. Make it less accessible to cyber criminals.

Halpern: For more tips on how to minimize your risk for these cyber threats, visit FBI.gov. With FBI, This Week, I’m Mollie Halpern of the Bureau.